Job Summary:

This position is for an Epidemiologist who will work with a Federal Agency’s Department of Epidemiology and Disease Prevention. A minimum one (1) year commitment is preferred. Options for additional consecutive one (1) year commitments do typically exist, but are based on client needs. This position will be located in Rockville, MD with the possibility of options for remote work.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Job Classification: Temporary Full Time

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Raise knowledge and awareness of priority acute and chronic health conditions impacting AI/ANs, with emphasis on infectious diseases and including sexually transmitted infections (STIs), inclusive of:
  • Overseeing and conducting advanced-level epidemiologic investigations by developing and designing methods of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data and related analyses, and performing appropriate public health research in areas important to the public health of AI/ANs; disseminating relevant findings via presentation at national conferences, publication in peer reviewed literature, and other mechanisms.
  • As directed, collaborating with the IHS Tribal Epidemiology Centers Program and Tribal Epidemiology Center partners to provide consultation, technical assistance, and participation supporting relevant public health activities and research.
  • Consulting with I/T/U staff and partners to develop and implement scalable approaches, or recommend modification to existing approaches, for effective disease prevention interventions for AI/AN populations reaching those at greatest risk.
  • Coordinating and contributing to the development and distribution of AI/AN-specific disease reports and informational materials.
  • Conducting and overseeing literature reviews for design of programs, preparation of publications, planning and evaluation, and general understanding of public health topics
  • Serving as technical lead for complex and specialized epidemiologic projects; conducts limited scientific oversight of others’ contributions to collaborative efforts by providing guidance and coaching on epidemiologic methods and practices.
  • Mentoring and contributing to the professional development of hosted students, interns, and fellows working on related scientific activities.
• Design and management of surveillance systems for diseases of public health importance for AI/ANs, inclusive of:
  • Supporting and strengthening disease surveillance systems to monitor trends in disease prevalence, incidence, and risk factors, including geographic distribution.
  • Designing and implementing instruments for the collection of surveillance information and data.
  • Developing methods for, and conducts advanced descriptive and comprehensive analyses of, surveillance data for multiple purposes.
  • Optimizing utilization of health-related data sources both internal and external to IHS, including development or acquisition of supplemental data sources where possible to address information gaps.
  • Providing technical assistance to communities and outside partners with respect to surveillance, epidemiologic data, and evaluation. Works as a liaison to outside data-generating entities to develop and maintain partnerships for sharing and using data.
  • In coordination with appropriate IHS staff, developing, implementing, and maintaining suitable clinical performance measures relevant for priority disease prevention programs; analyzing resulting performance measures data and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
• Support disease outbreak response efforts, inclusive of:
  • Planning, conducting, and participating in timely epidemiologic studies and activities supporting outbreak investigations or urgent public health problems.
  • Increasing awareness among I/T/U providers and other staff regarding priority health conditions of public health importance to AI/AN populations.
  • Using varied formats such as electronic (e.g., email, webinars), static guidance, and in-person engagement, provide or support training and outreach to I/T/U clinical and other staff to convey relevant data, treatment guidelines, and additional public health context for priority health conditions.
• Indirectly support improvement of I/T/U, state, and local public health programs for AI/ANs, where possible:
  • Develop partnerships with public, private, and federal agencies involved in the delivery of public health services for AI/ANs.
  • Participate in IHS and national work groups addressing priority public health topics.
• Weekly, Monthly & Summary Reports:
  • Provide a weekly report on activities to-date for review and approval by the Agency, at a minimum these reports shall include:
    • Current projects being worked on and progress
    • Completed projects
  • Provide monthly reports on activities to-date for review and approval by the Agency, at a minimum these reports shall include:
    • Current projects being worked on and progress
    • Completed projects
    • Tracking table showing presentations given and abstracts/presentations being developed/submitted
    • Timeline of projected activities
    • Hours worked
  • Summary report for year’s activities for review and approval by the Agency, at a minimum, this shall include:
    • Overall accomplishments/deliverables for the year
    • Risks/issues of projects
    • Anticipated projects
  • This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the individual. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  
  

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to articulate and establish reporting protocols, metrics, forums and documentation to communicate and convey critical, as well as, routing information to staff.
• Considerable knowledge of public health issues and challenges, within American Indian communities.
• Ability to compose and present comprehensive reports.
• Experience with HIPA, EHRs, and familiarity with methodology to protect sensitive patient data.

Education and Experience:

• PhD or other Doctoral-level training in applied epidemiology, public health, and/or disease surveillance.
• Working knowledge of IHS data systems including RPMS and/or NDW.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits:

• Eligible employees receive the following benefits:
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Access to Teladoc
• Paid Annual Leave/PTO
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-employment Requirements:

This position may be contingent upon passing a security clearance, background check, drug screen, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, or credit check after acceptance of an offer and prior to beginning work, due to the nature of the services Chloeta provides.

Drug and Alcohol Testing:

To enforce Chloeta’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy, an employee or candidate could be subject to undergoing a drug screen and/or alcohol testing during or at the beginning of employment.

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA):

Under the FCRA, Chloeta may request a credit check during the onboarding process. A written authorization form will be required before obtaining credit records.

Emergency Response:

Every Chloeta employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official Duty Station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official Position Description (PD). Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically austere and operationally challenging conditions.

EEO Statement:

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Chloeta:

Chloeta is a privately held, certified Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness and critical infrastructure requirements.